Breast cancer, the most prevalent cancer among South African women, is increasingly being detected in women under 40. This trend mirrors global patterns, where younger women are being diagnosed with more aggressive forms of the disease, underscoring the need for early detection and awareness. Leigh-Anne Williams chats to Professor Jackie Smilg, the Past President of the Breast Imaging Society of South Africa, about the signs of breast cancer, how to prevent it and some of the treatment options.